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Y987 AVV

2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto

Black Petrol 3960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

93,606 mi
Last recorded93,606 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto61,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY987 AVV
MakeJeep
ModelWrangler Sahara Auto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 93,606 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle repair undersealed

Pass 14 Sep 2023 92,159 miles

vehicle repair covered in undersealed

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 90,919 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both & Central (1.1.11 (c))

Under Body Corrosion

Pass 10 Jan 2019 90,803 miles

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2018 90,803 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 89,145 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 86,146 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 82,837 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 79,293 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 76,450 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2014 76,450 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

corrosion on fuel pipes

Pass 10 Jan 2013 72,889 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2012 69,249 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 69,249 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 65,541 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 65,541 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 61,440 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 56,215 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 52,113 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 47,528 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 47,528 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 40,320 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto?

Based on 4,770 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
2,739
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 99
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 85
position lamp(s) not working 67
fog lamp not working 62
Brake pipe excessively corroded 62
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Y987 AVV is a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto in Black with a 3,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 61,490 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y987 AVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y987 AVV registered?

Y987 AVV is a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Auto, first registered on 15 June 2001.

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